CONSTRUCTION
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Professional Certificate in Construction Estimating |
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The Program
Provides an excellent overview of basic and advanced principles of construction estimating
and bidding in the construction industry.
No entrance exams are required. Course times are scheduled year-round to be compatible
with your work commitments. Each course meets online for ten weeks. Discussions using an
online bulletin board afford the opportunity to examine everyday construction challenges
shared by others in the construction industry.
The Certificate
To earn the certificate you are required to receive a passing grade in five courses. All
courses should be completed within two years of starting the program.
Courses available include: Introduction to Construction Estimating, Essential Construction
Math, Construction Blueprint Reading, Estimating and Bidding I, Estimating and Bidding II,
and Construction Materials and Processes.
Workplace Benefits
- Be better prepared to succeed at your chosen profession
- Learn from the experts in the various fields of construction
- Advance within your current trade or transition into a new career
Location of Classes
This certificate program is held online. Consistent access to the Internet is required.
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 Endorsed
by the San Diego Chapter of the American Society of Professional Estimators.
The program advisor, Bob
George, has extensive experience in construction estimating and project management and
is an active member of several professional organizations. He has instructed in college-level
programs throughout San Diego County. In this program, he will present experts in the various
fields of construction.
This program is authorized by SDSU's Colleges of Business Administration and Engineering
and is endorsed by the San Diego Chapter of the American Society of Professional Estimators.
>> For an online demo go to www.constructionclasses.com/potential_student.htm
 Textbook/course material information is available at www.sdsubookstore.com/es; just use the three-digit extension credit course number when selecting a course (courses are listed under the engineering department).
>> A special refund policy applies, please see Registration Information: Refunds and Withdrawals.
>> View All Online Courses
For additional information please email construction-ces@sdsu.edu
or call (619) 594-1138.
SDSU Research Foundation Program
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Courses are offered in cooperation
with the San Diego Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America.
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 Construction Blueprint Reading |
This course is designed to provide you with that foundational knowledge and enough practice at reading blueprints to get you started. Mastery of blueprint reading will come with practice and with using blueprints on the job on a regular basis.
Textbook Required
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Instructor: Bob George, CPE.
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR 0033 (three units)
Schedule No. 09FA 81756 FP
Dates:
Sept. 14-Nov. 21
Location: Online
Fee:
$576 ($596 after Sept. 14) Last day to register Sept. 21.
Schedule Number 09FA 81756 FP is Closed
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Construction Materials and Processes |
Examines the materials used to construct a variety of structures, highways, utilities, and residential buildings. Includes terminology; interpretation of plans; and specifications to assure that correct materials are ordered, applied, and utilized. Methods of identifying materials delivered to the job site, methods of handling, quality control procedures for testing, and inspection of private and government work will be emphasized. Special emphasis will be given to the relationship of each material to the Uniform Building Code.
Textbook Required
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Instructor: Bob George (see previous biography)
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR 0018 (three units)
Schedule No. 09FA 81782 FP
Dates:
Sept. 14-Nov. 21
Location: Online
Fee:
$576 ($596 after Sept. 14) Last day to register Sept. 21.
Schedule Number 09FA 81782 FP is Closed
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Essential Construction Math |
This class is intended to develop mathematical skills that can be applied to the construction trade through practice and application. This course is an introduction to other courses in construction. While this class is not a prerequisite for any other classes, it does provide a foundation for them.
Textbook Required
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Instructor: Bob George (see previous biography)
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR 0035 (three units)
Schedule No. 09FA 81745 FP
Dates:
Sept. 14-Nov. 21
Location: Online
Fee:
$576 ($596 after Sept. 14) Last day to register Sept. 21.
Schedule Number 09FA 81745 FP is Closed
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Estimating and Bidding I |
Students will learn estimating problem-solving in general conditions, civil work, concrete, and masonry (excavation, backfill, grading, paving, landscaping, etc.). Hands-on estimating with quantity take-off, pricing, and bidding is stressed. Uniform cost index categories one-four will be covered.
The class requires the purchase of textbook materials.
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Instructor: Bob George (see previous biography)
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR 0021 (three units)
Schedule No. 09FA 81760 FP
Dates:
Sept. 14-Nov. 21
Location: Online
Fee:
$576 ($596 after Sept. 14) Last day to register Sept. 21.
Schedule Number 09FA 81760 FP is Closed
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Estimating and Bidding II |
This course features hands-on estimating and quantity take-off activities associated with metals, wood, doors and windows, finishes, electrical, and mechanical estimating.
The class requires the purchase of textbook materials.
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Instructor: Bob George (see previous biography)
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR 0022 (three units)
Schedule No. 09FA 81771 FP
Dates:
Sept. 14-Nov. 21
Location: Online
Fee:
$576 ($596 after Sept. 14) Last day to register Sept. 21.
Schedule Number 09FA 81771 FP is Closed
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Introduction to Construction Estimating |
This course will build a foundation of knowledge that the student will use while estimating virtually any individual trade or project type; organization of the estimate, types of estimates, elements of an estimate, quantity takeoff techniques, pricing techniques, adjusting the estimate for a variety of variable factors; estimating labor, materials, and equipment; and profit and overhead markups.
Textbook Required
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Instructor: Bob George (see previous biography)
Extension
Credit Course No. ENGR 0034 (three units)
Schedule No. 09FA 81734 FP
Dates:
Sept. 14-Nov. 21
Location: Online
Fee:
$576 ($596 after Sept. 14) Last day to register Sept. 21.
Schedule Number 09FA 81734 FP is Closed
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August 4, 2009
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